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Ukrainian drones hit Kapotnya in biggest attack in years
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Ukraine launched a large drone attack on Moscow, targeting the Kapotnya oil refinery for the second time this week, causing significant smoke, flames, and disruption to local flights.
- Moscow's air defenses reportedly shot down 190 drones overnight, with several reaching the refinery, marking the most massive drone attack on the city in two years.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy framed the strikes as justified retaliation for Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure, signaling increased precision and support from Western allies.
- The attacks come amid internal challenges for the Kremlin and renewed international diplomatic efforts, with former U.S. President Donald Trump indicating a potential renewed focus on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
- Despite government restrictions on sharing footage of the strikes, videos circulated on social media showing the refinery fire, while some Moscow residents appeared anxious or fearful about the attacks.
